Want Me To Stay
Ne-Yo · Other Songs - Ne-Yo
got my bags at the door
i'm getting ready to leave
ohhh ohhh mmmm,,,
i can tell there's something u wanna say to me
ohhh ohhh
baby speak your mind
cuz u're wasting time
it's a quarter to nine
and my car's on the way
you said u wasn't ready for this
so i'm at the door
heard there's something on ur mind changed
chorus:
if u want me to stay
if u want me to stay
say u want me to stay
baby stop playing around with me
there'll be no time to play
if u want me to stay
baby u've got to show me
2nd verse:
oohhh
ur mind and ur mouth are saying 2 different things
ooohhh ohhh mmmm
u need to figure it out ...i'm tired of waiting ohhh oooh
being indecisive.. it comes with a price n' now ur
time is almost gone mmm...
i'm hearing " go on and leave "
u dont care about me
but ur eyes r saying u want me home
chorus:
if u want me to stay
if u want me to stay
say u want me to stay
baby stop playing around with me
there'll be no time to play
if u want me to stay
baby u've got to show me
show me u want me (*2)
show me u want me babe (*3)
baby show me that u care
show me u want me babe
showww meee... show meee
show me u want me babe
show me that u care ohhhhh
u've got to show me
chorus:
if u want me to stay
if u want me to stay
say u want me to stay
baby stop playing around with me
there'll be no time to play
if u want me to stay
baby u've got to show me
if u want me to stay
if u want me to stay
say u want me to stay
baby stop playing around with me
there'll be no time to play
if u want me to stay
baby u've got to show me
i'm getting ready to leave
ohhh ohhh mmmm,,,
i can tell there's something u wanna say to me
ohhh ohhh
baby speak your mind
cuz u're wasting time
it's a quarter to nine
and my car's on the way
you said u wasn't ready for this
so i'm at the door
heard there's something on ur mind changed
chorus:
if u want me to stay
if u want me to stay
say u want me to stay
baby stop playing around with me
there'll be no time to play
if u want me to stay
baby u've got to show me
2nd verse:
oohhh
ur mind and ur mouth are saying 2 different things
ooohhh ohhh mmmm
u need to figure it out ...i'm tired of waiting ohhh oooh
being indecisive.. it comes with a price n' now ur
time is almost gone mmm...
i'm hearing " go on and leave "
u dont care about me
but ur eyes r saying u want me home
chorus:
if u want me to stay
if u want me to stay
say u want me to stay
baby stop playing around with me
there'll be no time to play
if u want me to stay
baby u've got to show me
show me u want me (*2)
show me u want me babe (*3)
baby show me that u care
show me u want me babe
showww meee... show meee
show me u want me babe
show me that u care ohhhhh
u've got to show me
chorus:
if u want me to stay
if u want me to stay
say u want me to stay
baby stop playing around with me
there'll be no time to play
if u want me to stay
baby u've got to show me
if u want me to stay
if u want me to stay
say u want me to stay
baby stop playing around with me
there'll be no time to play
if u want me to stay
baby u've got to show me
Want Me To Stay
Ne-Yo's 'Want Me To Stay' stands as a quintessential example of mid-2000s R&B, blending smooth vocal delivery with a polished, radio-friendly production style. The track exemplifies the genre's evolution during that era, characterized by lush harmonies and a focus on romantic intimacy. While often associated with his broader discography from that period, the song highlights his ability to craft melodies that resonate with listeners seeking emotional connection. It remains a staple in his catalog, showcasing his signature blend of soulful vocals and contemporary pop sensibilities that defined his career trajectory in the late 2000s.